<p>A well-established hospital in Springfield, Missouri — the commercial and medical hub of southwest Missouri — is seeking a CRNA for a locum tenens engagement beginning August 2026 on an ongoing basis. The position covers a broad general anesthesia case mix with zero call obligations, giving experienced CRNAs genuine schedule control and predictable hours. This is a strong fit for clinicians who want clinical variety, Epic familiarity, and the flexibility that defines high-quality locum work.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Locum tenens (1099) independent contractor engagement with competitive pay rate</li> <li>Zero call requirements — no on-call shifts, no call-back obligations of any kind</li> <li>Multiple shift options available to build a schedule aligned with personal and professional priorities</li> <li>Assignment start date of August 2026 with ongoing duration — stable, long-term coverage opportunity</li> <li>Travel and lodging support typical of locum tenens engagements in this region</li> <li>Professional liability coverage standard to locum arrangements</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based anesthesia practice in southwest Missouri's largest medical market</li> <li>Broad general case mix including surgical, orthopedic, OB, and other non-cardiac specialties</li> <li>All case types covered except cardiac — full spectrum of community and regional hospital anesthesia volume</li> <li>Required procedural competencies: peripheral nerve blocks, regional blocks, spinal anesthesia, and epidural anesthesia</li> <li>Charting and documentation on Epic EMR</li> <li>No call, no call-back — shifts are defined and predictable</li> <li>Multiple shift configurations available to accommodate varying availability and scheduling preferences</li> <li>Ongoing assignment length provides continuity and the ability to build familiarity with the team and facility</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current CRNA certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)</li> <li>Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia program</li> <li>Active Missouri APRN license or eligibility to obtain prior to assignment start</li> <li>Demonstrated competency in peripheral nerve blocks, regional blocks, spinal, and epidural techniques</li> <li>Comfort managing the full range of non-cardiac surgical anesthesia cases independently</li> <li>Epic EMR experience preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Springfield is the third-largest city in Missouri and the regional center of the Ozarks — a city that balances genuine urban amenities with an outdoor lifestyle that draws clinicians from across the country. The area offers a low cost of living relative to most metro markets, highly regarded public and private schools, and immediate access to the lakes, trails, and natural recreation of the Ozark highlands. Kansas City and St. Louis are both within a three-hour drive, making Springfield an easy base for locum providers who want a comfortable, affordable home base during an extended assignment.</p>